Heart risk increases due to pollution: Know how to take care of yourself

Danger Of Pollution: The increasing pollution in the entire country including Delhi-NCR has posed a serious challenge to people's health. This time is very sensitive especially for patients suffering from heart diseases. When air quality deteriorates, it not only affects the lungs but also adversely affects heart health. Recent research has shown that there has been a sharp increase in the cases of heart disease and stroke due to air pollution. To avoid this danger we have to take some precautions.

effect of pollution on heart

According to senior cardiologist Dr. Varun Bansal, microscopic particles present in air pollution help in heartbeat, blood pressure and formation of blood clots. Due to this, heart patients may have problems like cough, difficulty in breathing and high blood pressure. People who already have heart problems may have to face more problems during this period.

look at the data

According to the World Health Federation report, deaths due to cardiovascular diseases due to air pollution have increased by 27% in the last decade. Every year about 1.9 million people die of heart disease and 10 lakh people die of stroke. In such a situation, we need to take care of our health.

ways to take care of yourself

Keep in mind the timing of the walk: Avoid walking in the morning or evening when pollution is high. If you want to exercise, do it in the gym only.

➢ Exit time: Go out early in the morning or evening before traffic.

➢ Exercise at home: Do yoga, meditation and light exercise at home.

➢ Be physically active: Participate in regular activities.

➢ Balanced diet: Take special care of your eating habits during festivals. Avoid very fatty and high calorie food. Consume green leafy vegetables, salad, pulses and milk.

➢ Stay hydrated: Drink as much water as possible, it is very important for the body.

➢ Wear a mask: Always wear a mask while going out.

By adopting these simple measures we can remain safe from the dangers of pollution. To maintain heart health, it is the need of the hour that we make small changes in our lifestyle. Take care of your health and live a healthy life.

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